Fig Pizza

Fig pizza is a gourmet variation that combines the sweetness of figs with the rustic flavor of cheese and prosciutto. Here’s how to make a fig pizza with an Italian touch.

Ingredients

• 1 pizza base (homemade or ready-made)
• 200g fresh figs, sliced
• 150g buffalo mozzarella, sliced or torn
• 100g cured ham (prosciutto crudo), thinly sliced
• 100g goat cheese, crumbled
• One tablespoon of honey, preferably acacia honey or something delicate
• One tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
• Some arugula leaves for garnish (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste.

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 250 °C (or as hot as possible).
2. Roll out the pizza base on a lightly floured baking tray or lined with parchment paper.
3. Distribute the buffalo mozzarella on the base.
4. Arrange the fig slices on top.
5. Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese among the figs.
6. Drizzle with a thread of honey and a pinch of salt and pepper.
7. Bake the pizza for about 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is well melted.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately add the slices of cured ham and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
9. If desired, add some arugula leaves for a touch of freshness and a pinch of chili if you prefer a bit of spice.

Trivia

Fig pizza is not exactly a traditional Italian recipe, however, the pairing of figs and prosciutto is a classic of Italian appetizers. Figs have a long history in Italy, having been one of the first fruits cultivated even before the founding of Rome. Their sweetness pairs perfectly with the salty flavor of prosciutto and the creaminess of mozzarella, creating a contrast of flavors that has become very appreciated in gourmet pizzerias.